As our RAD Officer, you’ll be the guardian of our people and processes!

About Us
Thorium Norway AS is a high-growth Norwegian startup on a mission to transform under-utilized thorium resources into sustainable fuel solutions and source of advanced medical isotopes. Backed by private investors and led by seasoned energy and pharma executives, we are building our first industrial-scale TPP to deliver ultra-pure Th-232 for nuclear fuel and Radium-228 as precursor for life-saving therapies.

We’ve partnered with The Assessment Company to lead our recruitment process—and we’re looking for a dedicated RAD Officer to lead and enforce our radiation safety program from design to daily operations. The right candidate will ensure that we—from design through operation—meets the required national and international safety standards. If you thrive on regulatory leadership, hands-on collaboration with engineers and other key resources, and building world-class HSE programs, read on.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

• Be Our Key Regulatory Contact
  Manage all interactions with the Norwegian and international Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authorities, DSA, IAEA and other relevant authorities to ensure our “license to operate” to safeguard personnel and environment.
• Handle Permits
  Obtain and renew permits for importing, handling, and exporting radioactive materials.
• Shape Plant Design
  Join engineering reviews of the TPP and processing areas to make sure every plan meets safety and environmental requirements.
• Build Our Safety Program
  Create and run a clear, easy-to-follow compliant radiation-protection plan—covering policies, training, monitoring, and emergency steps.
• Keep Everyone Compliant
  Track staff dosimetry, lead safety training, and prepare regular reports for the DSA.

To succeed and thrive in the role, you will need

• Education: PhD or MSc in Radiochemistry or Physics
• Experience:
  • Hands-on radiation-safety work in laboratories, medical-isotope plant, or similar setting.
  • Proven track record of securing and managing DSA/IAEA licenses.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and teamwork—able to guide engineers, operators, and regulators.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to simplify complex regulations into clear, actionable procedures.
  • Ability to communicate radiation risks and procedures clearly to non-expert audiences.
  • Clear communicator in English, both spoken and written.

Why Join Us?

• Impact at Scale: Shaping the future of cleaner nuclear energy and robust supply of isotope for cancer therapies, addressing global challenges related to climate and health.

• Executive Exposure: Work side-by-side with our CEO and board of industry professionals. Be a key role on the company’s leadership team.

• Growth & Ownership: Play a defining role in an ambitious startup, with competitive equity and the freedom to innovate.

• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of experts, committed to sustainability, safety and scientific excellence.

Curious and want to learn more?

Location: Oslo, Norway (Hybrid)

Feel free to contact The Assessment Company for more information on the role, company or recruitment process. Initial conversations will take place in late August and September. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Contact:
Ida Søby Kongssund
Partner
📞 +47 977 32 958
✉️ ida.soby@theac.no

Lone Holm Blaasvær
Consulting Manager
📞 +47 924 45 136
✉️ lone.holm.blaasvaer@theac.no

Apply by August 24, 2025. We look forward to hearing from you